Geneva Sovinec smiles outside her first-year housing dorm in March 2022. Despite the name of the building being the "Audene Merrill Connor House," students typically just call the house "Connor." Photo by Mary Elisabeth The buildings on Pepperdine’s Malibu campus are adorned with plaques and dedication memos. However, these official names and histories often go unnoticed in … [Read more...] about Students Nickname Common Campus Buildings
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Pepperdine Remains Committed to its Church of Christ Roots
The sun sets behind Stauffer Chapel on campus Feb. 18. George Pepperdine founded the school in 1937 and it has been affiliated with the Church of Christ ever since. Photo by Ashley MowreaderSince its founding in 1937, Pepperdine has been affiliated with the Churches of Christ. The University’s founder, George Pepperdine, was a “lifelong member” of the Church … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Remains Committed to its Church of Christ Roots
Streaming Services Boom in Popularity
This graphic shows how online streaming services have become so popular they are almost overtaking traditional medias. In 2020, the global number of streaming subscribers passed 1 billion for the first time, according to the LA Times. Graphic by Addison WhitenNetflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Disney+ and Amazon Prime Video are just some names on the long and growing list of streaming … [Read more...] about Streaming Services Boom in Popularity
Religious Organizations Near Malibu Invite Pepp Students to Visit
The upper complex of the Malibu Hindu Temple captures the eye of visitors with its ornate traditional Indian design. The temple was built almost entirely by a Hindu architect who traveled from southern India to Malibu for the temple’s construction in 1981. Photo by Lydia duPerierFrom temples, churches, shrines and synagogues, Pepperdine students have ample opportunity to … [Read more...] about Religious Organizations Near Malibu Invite Pepp Students to Visit
Malibu Faith Leaders Speak on Student Attendance in Church
Pepperdine students gather for an evening Bible study in Malibu Gathering's Pastor Brian Kelly’s backyard. The devotion was led by church member Cheyene Renner. Photo courtesy of Meagen Renner Malibu faith leaders said they are working to support Pepperdine students and increase their church attendance. In a September Graphic survey of 135 students, only 23% of students said … [Read more...] about Malibu Faith Leaders Speak on Student Attendance in Church
